Single Tooth Dental Implants

SINGLE MISSING TOOTH

COURSE OF TREATMENT

The course of treatment described here is one of several options available. Consult your dentist to find out what the best solution is for you, given your specific condition.

1: Before the procedureThe dentist makes a first examination and takes one or more x-rays of the area to prepare for the procedure.

2: Installing the implantThe implant is installed. At this time, a temporary tooth is provided that allows you eat and function like normal almost immediately. The implant will need a few months to integrate with the jawbone before the next step is taken.

3: Attaching the new crownThe final step is the placement of the permanent ceramic tooth. Measurements are taken and the new crown is placed.

4: End resultYou should expect the new tooth to fit and function just like a natural tooth. Do your usual dental hygiene to keep the tooth and gum around it clean and healthy.

ALTERNATIVE SOLUTIONS ON RESTORING A MISSING TOOTH SPACE

Tooth-supported fixed bridge
A traditional bridge involves shaving down adjacent teeth to support the bridge. It is a stable solution with good esthetics. However, this alternative has two main disadvantages: continuous bone resorbtion in the missing tooth area, and shaving healthy teeth in order to support the bridge.

Removable partial denture
This is a temporary alternative to a lost tooth. A removable partial denture (Flipper)is made of plastic.

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